NPI Process Engineer 5 (Principal Engineer)

Job Description:

Job Description – NPI Process Engineer 5 (Principal Engineer)

Role Summary:

As a Principal Process Engineer you will be responsible for the design and development of new and/or improved manufacturing processes and ensuring efficient and effective design transfer of product into production.  Be part of the cross functional team to lead/manage all aspects of process development to implement manufacturing processes both within Enovis and at its suppliers. Drive improving existing manufacturing processes within the New Product Development project, which then may be shared across other production lines.

Job Description:

Serves as a cross functional team member as primary process and manufacturing expert on new product introduction cross functional teams.

Assesses process capabilities, prioritizes process improvement opportunities, and innovates and implements process improvements on new development projects.

Applies technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, procedures, tooling and/or automation.

Executes the functional deliverables associated with the CAPA, Project Management, and Quality Systems.

Plans, organizes, and conducts all aspects of manufacturing technical reviews.

Ensures proper documentation is completed to meet quality systems requirements. (e.g., BOM’s, Routers, FMEA’s, etc.)

Writes and reviews validation protocols and reports applicable to new processes.

Oversees development builds associated with the project using technical work requests.

Provides Design for Manufacturability (DFM) input to the engineering print package.

Responsible for conveying the process and manufacturing limits and capabilities to the development team.

Contributes ideas to or generates Intellectual Property submissions.

May train manufacturing personnel when required as part of a validation.

Participate in lean reviews, and Kaizen events.

May coach Engineers, Technicians or other engineering support employees.

Basic Qualifications:

This position requires bachelor’s degree in science or BSME, or related Engineering Degree and a minimum of 10+ years of experience in process/manufacturing engineering role. Level maybe based on years of experience. 

Must have excellent mechanical aptitude, good communication and interpersonal skills.

Must be experienced in MS Word, Excel and Project.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the areas of Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Lean Manufacturing, and Process Control Concepts, Design of Experiments (DOE), Process Validation and product/process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).

Use of Problem Solving and Process Improvement Methodologies (e.g. 6 Sigma).

Experience with data analysis (Minitab, JUMP) preferred.

Experience with Measurement Systems (CMM’s, Vision Inspection and Profilometers).

Experience with CAD Software Solid Works, MasterCAM.

Experience with GD&T ASME Y14.5M-1994.

Master’s degree in engineering and/or metals/plastics machining experience a plus.

ABOUT DJO GLOBAL
DJO Global is a leading global developer, manufacturer and distributor of high-quality medical devices that provide solutions for musculoskeletal health, vascular health and pain management. Our products address the continuum of patient care from injury prevention to rehabilitation after surgery, injury or from degenerative disease, enabling people to regain or maintain their natural motion. Our products are used by orthopedic specialists, spine surgeons, primary care physicians, pain management specialists, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, athletic trainers and other healthcare professionals. In addition, many of our medical devices and related accessories are used by athletes and patients for injury prevention and at-home physical therapy treatment. Product lines include rigid and soft orthopedic bracing, hot and cold therapy, bone growth stimulators, vascular therapy systems and compression garments, therapeutic shoes and inserts, electrical stimulators used for pain management and physical therapy products. Our surgical division offers a comprehensive suite of reconstructive joint products for the hip, knee and shoulder. Our products are marketed under a portfolio of brands including Aircast®, Chattanooga, CMF™, Compex®, DonJoy®, ProCare®, Exos™, Dr. Comfort®, DonJoy Performance® and DJO® Surgical.

For additional information on the Company, please visit www.DJOglobal.com.

DJO is a growing subsidiary of diversified technology leader Colfax Corporation

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.